Field Officer (Emergency Management)

Bring your passion and experience in emergency management to the Ministry of Emergency Preparedness and Response and be a part of building a safe, practiced and prepared Ontario!

In support of our mission to ensure Ontarians are safe, practiced and prepared before, during and after emergencies, the Ministry of Emergency Preparedness and Response (MEPR) leads the Province's emergency planning and preparedness functions, to safeguard continuity of government and essential services. Based on a vision of 'A safe, practiced and prepared Ontario', MEPR also works collaboratively with its stakeholders and partners to promote excellence in emergency management services across Ontario through the delivery and maintenance of high-quality programs and services that are supported through the creation of legislation, guidelines, policies, plans, and strategies.

Note: These positions are headquartered at 25 Morton Shulman Avenue, Toronto. The successful candidate (s) will have the option of working from various locations in Ontario.

About the job

You will:

• Lead and support emergency management programs across the province
• Work with communities to strengthen their emergency planning and response, including prevention, preparedness, mitigation, response, and recovery
• Design, deliver, and evaluate emergency exercises for a range of partners
• Help communities with emergency planning and provide advice before and during emergencies
• Be part of the provincial emergency response team, ready to deploy on short notice for extended periods

Want to learn more? Join our information session.

On Thursday November 19th, 2026 from 12:00pm to 1:00pm EST, the hiring managers and unit staff will host an Information session. Please REGISTER HERE and click "Add to Calendar" to find out more about the job and the team. The session will cover topics such as the structure and mandate of the MEPR, Regional Field Services Branch, and current priorities for the position. We encourage you to participate to learn about the working arrangements and get answers to any questions you might have about this position.

**Attendance at the session is optional and will have no impact on hiring decisions.**

What you bring to the team

Mandatory requirements

• You have a valid class 'G' driver's licence or equivalent, as recognized by the Province of Ontario, in order to access emergency, exercise and training sites that may not be accessible by public transportation
• You are able and willing to work irregular and extended hours particularly during emergencies and be on-call on a regular basis
• You are willing and able to travel occasionally to other provinces/territories and USA

Emergency Management Knowledge

You have:

• Knowledge of emergency management principles and tools to support communities and stakeholders.
• The ability to interpret and apply relevant legislation across all levels of government.
• Familiarity with emergency programs and resources.
• An understanding of Emergency Management's goals, plans, and standards.

Communication, Interpersonal and Leadership Skills

You have:

• Political awareness to work with diverse stakeholders and lead discussions.
• Strong communication skills to create briefings, media content, and public education materials.
• Experience using adult learning principles to design and deliver training.
• Tact and cultural sensitivity to engage respectfully with people from all backgrounds.

Analytical Skills

• Use sound judgment to assess emergencies and provide clear advice.
• Work independently under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Technical Skills

You are:

• Comfortable using common software tools for documents, presentations, and online research.
• Able to operate audiovisual and communication equipment effectively.

Don't meet every qualification?

If you are excited about this position and meet most, but not all, of the listed qualifications, please still consider applying. We recognize that no one person might have every qualification in this job ad, and you just might be the right candidate!

If you require accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at to provide your contact information. The Ontario Public Service is an inclusive employer. Accommodation will be provided in accordance with Ontario's Human Rights Code.